Plenty of Peaches

styled by Taylor Bennett
photograph by Kelly Moore Clark

Indulge in a delightful drink that combines peaches, thyme and bourbon this Father’s Day. This sweet and savory concoction is sure to impress dad.

What you need:
1 small peach
2 sprigs thyme
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons water
3 ounces bourbon
2 ounces simple syrup
club soda
fresh peach slices (garnish)
fresh thyme springs (garnish)

Place roasted peaches and juices from roasting dish in a cocktail shaker and muddle. Add bourbon, simple syrup and ice. Shake until chilled. Strain into highball glass and top with club soda. Garnish with peach slices and thyme sprigs.

How to roast peaches:
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place peach halves cut side up in glass baking dish. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with thyme leaves. Pour two tablespoons of water in the bottom of dish and cover with foil. Roast for 30 minutes. Allow to cool and then remove the skin.